Denton, TX Trash & Recycling: Bulk Item Disposal (2026)
Key Facts
- Curbside bulk limit
- 4 cubic yards
- Governing section
- City Code Sec. 24-11
- Options over limit
- temporary container, self-haul, or recycler
- Bulky household items
- must be called in (Sec. 24-71(d))
Summary
Denton won't collect bulk trash or construction debris over four cubic yards at the regular curb pickup: residents must arrange a temporary container, landfill haul, or recycler.
Bulk or large quantities of MSW or construction and demolition debris in excess of four (4) cubic yards will not be collected via weekly curbside collection. Individuals needing collection of MSW or construction and demolition debris may contract with the City of Denton to provide a temporary container to dispose of the materials in an alternate manner, haul the material to the landfill themselves, or if the material is recyclable or divertible, contract with a third party vendor to haul the material to a recycle or re-use center.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 37 Update 1 | Development Code: Supplement 27).
Full Breakdown
Under City Code Sec. 24-11, bulk or large quantities of municipal solid waste or construction and demolition debris exceeding four cubic yards fall outside weekly curbside collection. Residents or contractors generating that much waste must either contract with the city for a temporary roll-off container, haul the material to the landfill themselves, or use a third-party recycler for divertible material. Households with smaller bulky items (furniture, appliances) can still get them picked up through valet service, but per Sec. 24-71(d) those large or bulky items must be called in ahead rather than just set at the curb.
Violations & Fines
Excess bulk material set out without arranging service can be left uncollected; residents remain responsible for hauling it themselves or paying for a temporary container.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I put out more than 4 cubic yards of debris?
Do I need to schedule bulky furniture pickup?
Sources & Official References
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